2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
